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Merchandiser

Buckhead Atlanta

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Job ID R169479 Date posted 09/27/2024

Employment Type Full time

Company name US1072 Buckhead Meat Company

Compensation Range The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Requirements Responsible for developing, managing and delivering support services to the organization's sales force. Activities include: • Processing orders from customers and resolving complaints • Advising customers on product shortages, expected delivery dates, price changes, etc. • Acting as a liaison between customers, production and distribution departments • Selecting, managing and training on sales-related systems & databases (e.g., CRM: customer relationship management systems, ETMS: electronic territory management systems, etc.) • Assisting sales teams with an individual account and sales territory planning • Assisting sales teams with sales reporting

Description

JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for procurement functions associated with the company’s product inventory needs. Items are required to be purchased within company cost and quality parameters and delivered at competitive levels consistent with company policy and performance standards including timely scheduling of pick up and receipt of products. Continual interaction with Sales and Suppliers is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide technical, customer relations, and personnel management for major programs and projects.
  • Buy Guide/Ordering – Reviews guide daily and place PO’s as needed with suppliers. Orders need to be accurate for amount, freight, price and dates consistent with company policy and performance standards. Working with finance and vendors on payment requirements.
  • Daily Reports – Reviews and acts as required to ensure proper and correct inventory levels by using the system generated reports and information from internal departments. Ex. Out of Stock and Over-allocated Reports
  • Confirmations – Confirms all PO’s for accurate pricing, quantity, freight, and dates.
  • Inventory Management – Uses weekly reports and meetings to achieve the best possible inventory levels, dated product, and returns. Works with inland logistics to arrange for on-time product deliveries.
  • Item/Vendor Maintenance – Updates all item and vendor information in the system, as required. Pricing, freight, brackets, ship points, etc
  • Communication daily with the Sales team

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
HSD or equivalent / Bachelor Degree Preferred

Experience
2 years’ purchasing or food distribution experience required.

Foodservice distribution experience preferred

Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and excellent organizational and follow up skills required

AS400 experience preferred

Decision Making Authority

  • Daily Procurement Decisions – which items and quantities purchased daily
  • Supplier decisions– which vendor product is purchased from
  • Inventory Management decisions – product movement and shelf-life management
  • Occasional price negotiations with vendors
  • Most important decisions made with review and approval of other individuals or supervisors (include the reviews/approvals required):
  • Expedite or change source vendors – reviewed and approved by Supervisor or VP of Merchandising
  • Accounting variances – reviewed and approved by Supervisor or VP of Merchandising

Overview Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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